The Family Service Association of Western Nova Scotia (FSAWNS) works with our most underserved youth & families to provide support, services, and advocacy for real change at individual, community & system levels . We are here for you.

WEBSITE: https://fsawns.com/  

FACEBOOK: @fsawns

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Youth Outreach supports youth who are: experiencing individual, community and or system barriers placing them at risk, youth exiting care, young parents, Mi’kmaq/Aboriginal youth living off reserve, African Nova Scotian youth, Newcomer youth and 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.

PROGRAM SUPPORTS: Mobile outreach (Lunenburg & Queens Counties); Drop-in intake access; Emergency response & support (based on self-identified needs including phones, wifi, access to showers, laundry and food); Individualized, group, peer and mentoring supports; Programs & workshops (skill development, financial literacy, cultural & personal identity, health, well-being & relationships); Basic needs supports; Youth-family relationship & or conflict resolution support; Community collaborations & connections.

PARTICIPANT INCLUSION: All Gender Inclusive; 16-24; Experiencing homelessness or risk of homelessness or homelessness prevention

REGION COVERED: Lunenburg & Queens Counties

LOCATION: 48 Empire Street, Bridgewater, NS 

PHONE #:

(1) 902-521-8486

(2) 902-930-2117

HOW TO ACCESS: Drop-In Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Call, text, email, or drop-in.

DIRECT REFERRAL:

(1) Josh Goode – joshgoode.fh@gmail.com

(2) Kelsie Mosher – kelsiemosher.fh@gmail.com

SEE ALSO: Sexual Health; Family and Parent Services